Lucas and his mom are starting over: a whole new city, a whole new school, a whole new beginning. Games Dad Didn’t Play follows Lucas in his new life as he struggles to come to terms with everything he doesn’t remember, or want to believe, about his dad in prison. So he imagines a whole new dad; one who hadn’t hurt anyone.

As the stories of his imaginary dad become more elaborate, Lucas’ new best friend, Eddie, grows suspicious. When Eddie learns the truth, he accuses Lucas of being as “bad” as his father. Unsure of what to do, Lucas lashes out. Eventually, with a little help from mom, Lucas begins to understand he doesn’t have to repeat his father’s “scared mistakes.” He may not be able to change what happened in the past, but he can make his own choices.